Inventory Records Assistant DTC

Mattel, Inc.; Jonestown (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mattel, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Records Assistant to support the inventory function through data analysis, documentation, and precise handling of orders, receipts, storage, and shipments.

The role requires attention to detail and collaboration with management, staff, vendors, and partners. The position emphasizes accuracy in cycle counts, reconciliation of discrepancies, and processing of shipments and inbound damage claims.

Qualifications

• Experience handling inventory controls and cycle counts.
• Ability to research and reconcile negative balances and discrepancies.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inventory control through analysis of physical cycle counts.
• Research and reconcile negative inventory balances and adjust accordingly.
• Research, investigate, and reconcile product problems.
• Maintain inventory accuracy of book counts to physical counts; report discrepancies.
• Address issues pertaining to Quarantine and Pending inventory.
• Input, clear, and adjust WIP inventory.
• Perform shipping and receiving dock audits.
• Print reports, shipping documents and labels.
• Process shippers, labels, packing lists and assemble shipments.
• Post incoming IPTs and monitor variances; process customer returns.
• Prepare inbound damage/wet claims; assist with inter-plant transfers.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CREATIVITY IS OUR SUPERPOWER.

It’s our heritage and it’s also our future. Because we don’t just make toys. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire fans, entertain audiences and develop children through play. Mattel is at its best when every member of our team feels respected, included, and heard—when everyone can show up as themselves and do their best work every day. We value and share an infinite range of ideas and voices that evolve and broaden our perspectives with a reach that extends into all our brands, partners, and suppliers.

The Inventory Records Assistant provides comprehensive analytical support to the inventory function by researching, compiling, and documenting records pertaining to ordering, receiving, storing, issuing, and shipping finished goods. The essential duties and responsibilities for the Inventory Records Assistant position may include the following.

• Responsible for inventory control through analysis of physical cycle counts
• Research and reconcile negative inventory balances and adjust accordingly
• Research, physically investigate, and reconcile product problems
• Maintain inventory accuracy of book counts to physical counts through monthly comparisons and adjustments. Reports discrepancies and product problems to Manager and/or Sr. Inventory Technician.
• Address all issues pertaining to Quarantine and Pending inventory
• Input, clear, and adjust work in progress (WIP) inventory
• Perform shipping and receiving dock audits
• Print various department related reports, shipping documents and labels
• Process shippers, labels, packing lists and assemble shipments
• Conduct post audit of inventory control documents and posting of containers
• Maintain document filing system
• Invoice of shipments
• Complete enhancements and validate new SKUs through OMNI for product release
• Process product loads for inter-plant transfers
• Post incoming IPT’s and monitor IPT variances
• Process customer returns for goods
• Process damage product to Mattel Toy Stores
• Prepare inbound damage/wet claims
• Ability to attend work regularly and in a timely manner
• Able to perform work with an enfaces on accuracy
• Ability to operate a computer with Microsoft Office software and learn various programs
• Other responsibilities and tasks assigned by your manager or supervisor

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to collaborate with management, staff, customers, vendors, and corporate partners.
• Able to effectively communicate verbally with management, staff, customers, vendors, and corporate partners.
• Able to write correspondence
• Able to read and interpret technical procedures, documents such as shipping documents, bills of lading, reports, inventory documents
• Able to gather, track, analyses and interpret reports, graphs, and other data
• Able to analyze information and solve problems
• Mathematical Skills- Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure

How We Work

We are a purpose driven company aiming to empower generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. We live up to our purpose employing the following behaviors

• We collaborate Being a part of Mattel means being part of one team with shared values and common goals. Every person counts and working closely together always brings better results. Partnership is our process and our collective capabilities is our superpower.
• We innovate At Mattel we always aim to find new and better ways to create innovative products and experiences. No matter where you work in the organization, you can always make a difference and have real impact. We welcome new ideas and value new initiatives that challenge conventional thinking.
• We execute We are a performance-driven company. We strive for excellence and are focused on pursuing best-in-class outcomes. We believe in accountability and ownership and know that our people are at their best when they are empowered to create and deliver results.

Who We Are

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, MEGA and Polly Pocket, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Mattel’s award-winning workplace culture has been recognized by Forbes, Fast Company, Newsweek, Great Place to Work, TIME, and more.

Visit us at https //jobs.mattel.com/ and www.instagram.com/MattelCareers .

Mattel is an Equal Opportunity Employer where we want you to bring your authentic self to work every day. We welcome all job seekers, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran and protected veteran status, disability status, and or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.

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